CHAPTER 3: IT STARTS WITH A PARTY

Hello my loves!

School's only a weekend away, but not before JP's big summer party.

Yes you heard it her first. JP and his faithful comrade SB are throwing an end-of-the-summer pool party, and they have specifically asked moi to spread the word. They would also like me to highlight that there will be NO SUPERVISION and plenty of refreshments to keep you going. Party starts at 7:00 until everyone is partied out. If you're cool, you'd come.

I don't know about you, but I'm def. going. Hot guys without their shirts, wet from the pool? Bliss. :)

See you there. ;)

GG.

"Sirius, are you sure she'd come?" James whined to his best friend.

Sirius tried very hard to not roll his eyes. "Yes, James. Lilykins will come here."

Why wouldn't she? Lily went to every single party worth going. And this one would definitely be worth it.

Sirius walked around to make sure nothing was out of place. Sirius wanted tonight to be one to remember-or not remember if you include the large quanity of booze he acquired especially for that night.

Sirius loved nothing more then a good party, a cool drink, and a hot girl. That was what summer was all about, wasn't it?

The doorbell rang, and both boys turned their heads, a grin on both of their faces. Sirius placed his hand on the door knob and turned to James.

"Ready to entertain our guests?" James nodded, and Sirius opened up the door.

"Lily?" Amanda called out. She was lying on Lily's bed, while her best friend was in the bathroom. Holding in her hand a piece of bright pink parchment, Amanda re-read it. It was the Gossip Girl Post, annoucing James' and Sirius' party. Her cheeks became red when she reached the "S" that was no doubt short for the infamous Sirius Black.

"Lily!" Amanda yelled louder.

"What?" The beautiful red head came out of the shower, wrapped in her white towel and her hair dripping.

Amanda held up the parchment. "Pleaseeeeeeeeeee?" she begged. Amanda wanted to go to the party, in hopes that he would notice her and finally declare his neverending love for her.

A girl can dream, can't she?

Lily rolled her eyes. "Why? Wait, nevermind, I already know."

"Please?! Maybe tonight can be the start of something beautiful between Sirius and I and then maybe-" Amanda rambled on. Lily turned away, not listening nor caring anymore and looked for some clothes to wear to the party. She didn't have the heart to tell her that Black would never go out with a girl like Amanda. Ever.

"And then we'll name our children-"

OH GOD SAVE ME.

"Okay, we'll go." Lily gave in. She was rewarded with a bonecrushing hug from her bestie.

Gabriella Knight walked as fast as her heels would allow her too, her face red from anger. Damn her mother! How dare she ruin little Gabriel's birthday!

Gabriella had taken her little brother to a carnival in a nearby muggle village. After spending the day riding rollercoasters and pigging out on cotton candy (his favorite), the two went back home to eat Gabriel's favorite meal-fried chicken and mash potatoes-and open his presents from all of their relatives. Dinner was perfect with just the two of them until her mother burst in, telling her children about her new engagement, how exciting! Well, it would be if she wasn't getting married for the fourth time in five years, to a man who was rich beyond belief but had the creepiest look EVER. Oh, and the fact that her mother and new fiance stuck their tongues down each other throats in front of Gabriel was just perfect.

Poor Gabriel. She knew how much he hated to having to call another man, Daddy, and having his mother pay no attention to him. Gabriella received most of the attention only because her mother did nothing but criticized and prepare her for a respectable marriage-another plot to remain the wealthy and respectable family they were believed to be, when in reality they were as broke as can be. If it wasn't for all of the money she gained from her past marriages, they would be out in the streets.

Gabriella couldn't believe her mother. Aren't mothers suppose to be taking care of you? Making sure you ate your vegetables and tucking you in at night? Hers surely didn't win that award.

Walking faster, Gabriella walked down the street to the house at the end, spilling with drunken teenagers and loud music. She hadn't planned on going to James' party, but no way was she planning to stay at home, listening to her mother and her new fiance having sex in the library again.

Not even bothering to knock, she stepped right inside, grabbing a bottle from a passerby. Downing the beverage, Gabriella didn't stop until it was empty. No way was she going to stay sober tonight. Spotting a group of guys checking her out, she made her way to the closest one and sat on his lap, to his delight.

No way was she going to be by herself either.

Peter looked around nervously. Parties weren't his cup of tea. He much preferred to stay at home and sleep. But, being part of the Marauders, he was suppose be there for appearances and so he would for the night. For at least until midnight. Glancing at the clock, Peter sighed. Only one more hour to go.

He spotted Sirius on the couch, making out with a blonde. Cindy, if Peter remembered right. Looking towards his right, he saw Lily and her friend Amanda in a corner talking to some people. Lily was actually, Amanda had a mopey face and kept looking at the couch where Sirius and his blonde were. Another one, Peter thought. Another girl who wanted to be with Sirius, another who believed she could change his ways, make him settle.

Peter snorted. Like that will ever happen.

At that point, a girl stumbled onto Peter's lap. It was obvious that she was completely wasted, yet Peter viewed it as an opportunity to pass the next hour.

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